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Published by Afterschool.my on Apr 16, 2020, 04:26 pm
With so many courses to choose from and from so many fields, it’s easy to be overwhelmed. Which is why it’s really vital that you choose courses that are in demand, so that job opportunities are guaranteed upon graduation. Luckily for Malaysians, one of the best fields to study is Information Technology (IT).
According to Jobstreet.my, there are currently over 2,000 job opportunities in the IT field. However, the IT field is incredibly broad and not all are created equal. Below is some of the most in-demand IT courses:
Computer Science
Computer Science is a broad subject and it covers anything from software development all the way to hardware development and anything in between. You will learn the science of computation, which includes foundational concepts like algorithms and data structures; logic and proof; computational complexity; models of computation, architecture, principles of operating system, and programming language design and implementation.
With a degree in Computer Science, you can take on any of the following careers:
Games Development
Games Development focuses on the technical and creative aspect of the development of gaming programmes or apps. So, if you happen to be a graphic artist, a programmer or a gaming enthusiast, then a degree in Games Development is your best option especially if you’re interested to specialize in this field of study.
A degree in Games Development can lead you a number of career paths, including:
AI Systems
AI Systems are technologically advanced machines that perceive and respond to the world around them. Therefore, expect to take a core of computer science classes covering topics such as: Imperative computation, functional programming, sequential data structures and algorithms, and computer systems. It is a fast-growing field, due largely to the high demand for IT services across all industries.
With this degree, students can become:
The School of Computing & Technology at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) has always been known to offer Malaysia’s best IT courses. Their BSc (Hons) in Computer Science is specifically designed to provide students with technical knowledge, skills and background in the design and organization of computer systems.
At APU, students can also pursue a BSc (Hons) in Computer Games Development whereby students will gain relevant knowledge and skills in the field of computer games for a total of six semesters!
And for AI Systems, students can pursue a Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) Intelligent Systems, in which they will be given the opportunity to develop and design systems that exploit artificial intelligence techniques as well as evaluate design paradigms, languages, algorithms, and techniques used to develop complex software systems.
In 2017, the Minister of Higher Education awarded the Premier Digital Tech University status to APU thanks to its commitment in offering top-notch digital technology courses and its graduates’ 100% employability rate, both locally and globally. The Premier Digital Tech University status makes APU of the leading universities in Malaysia in the technology field!
Since 2017, APU’s partnership with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has resulted in the launch of the CyberSecurity Talent Zone, and numerous industry-related workshops and events held at APU. This prestigious status has also guaranteed that APU’s students are constantly accessible to limitless resources alongside internship and job opportunities with top technological firms in Malaysia.
Apply for APU courses today with this link right HERE or get to know more about APU’s fees and entry requirements right HERE. If you’re still confused which institution is the best option, you can contact our counsellors by clicking HERE.
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